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    In The Mix: Modern Luxury's Summer Cocktail Tours

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    Modern Luxury on Aug 18, 2009 8:16 AM PDT
    Fancy yourself a cocktail connoisseur or mixed-drink master? Take a sip of Modern Luxury's Summer Cocktail Tours, happening now in San Francisco, L.A., San Diego, Orange County, Houston, Dallas and Chicago. This is your chance to sample (and vote for!) creative, refreshing, exclusive drinks at some of our favorite restaurants and bars, from L.A.'s hot new Villa Blanca to Chicago's chic yet casual Bull & Bear. Once you've done your share of imbibing, simply log on to modernluxury.com/summercocktail and vote for your city's Ultimate Cocktail. Winners will be announced on September 1.

    -Shevin Tantula, ModernLuxury.com

    Tags : chicago , cocktail , dallas , drinks

    Hot In The Hive: Thermos-Minis by Crea Crea And Crescioni Vanina!

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    Ida Hsiang on Jul 20, 2009 6:21 AM PDT
    You almost wouldn't expect something so whimsically designed and sweetly packaged from the seriously sophisticated and cynically chic French! Just to prove that they are always unpredictable and one-step ahead, French designers Crea Crea and Crescioni Vanina are introducing Thermos-minis! These cute little drink containers are the baby-siblings of the huge, heavy, stainless steel versions that my dad lugs around in order to save money on coffee. They are obviously smaller, but still hold enough that you won't be left wanting more caffeine after drinking the last drops. These Thermos-minis hold about 8 oz of whatever drink you want... hot, cold, or spiked (just kidding). Besides keeping a good temperature on your drinks (because if it didn't, it wouldn't be a Thermos), these Thermos-minis also come in an array of fun and colorful designs and patterns. Personalize your morning pick-me-up by choosing anything from Asian-inspired floral patterns to multi-colored dots and shapes! There's even ones that resemble a tiny man or an umbrella toting frog! All the designs are different, but all are whimsical, care-free and full of bright color. Their size allows you to pop them into a purse or tote, or to throw into the backseat of a car. No more cookie-cutter, silver steel thermoses that need their own carrier just to transport them around!


    Price: $38.00
    Who Found It: idabone was first to add the Plyones - THERMOS-MINI to the Hive.

    Hot In The Hive: iPhone App Coasters

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    Ida Hsiang on Jun 26, 2009 6:20 AM PDT
    Those of the slightly younger set may not know this, but before the iPod and Mac laptops, Apple was on the brink of being obsolete. They were associated with the huge, loud computers in the school library that you could only do research on or else the librarian would throw her glasses at you. The iPod is maybe the greatest comeback product in history. It not only brought Apple back from the brink, but ricocheted them to number one in technological gadgets. Now you'd be hard pressed to find someone who doesn't have at least one Apple product laying around the house. I've had an a few of the iPod variation, but I'm actually lusting over the iPhone. Well, those at Apple must have felt bad for people like me who would love to jump on the iPhone band-wagon but, for whatever reason, have not. There are now iPhone app coasters that I can also put on my table, and for the fraction of the price! These coasters come in a set of 16 "apps" and are made of MDF plywood wrapped in a vinyl and varnish. A rubber back keeps it from moving around and they're washable and reusable! Ok, so they don't actually allow you to pull up the weather in Tunisia or give you a recipe for "Easy Chicken Bake" with just a click of a button, but they are awesome and fun! At $60 for the entire set, these make a great gift for the i-Aficionado or for those like me who just want to rub elbows with this elite i-Group!


    Price: $60.00 for set of 16
    Who Found It: idabone was first to add the iPhone App Coasters to the Hive.

    Hot In The Hive: Ice Invaders

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    Ida Hsiang on Apr 23, 2009 6:17 AM PDT
    Take me to your leader... or just the nearest drink! With the hot weather seasons fast approaching, these Space Invader shaped ice-cubes add fun to any style drink for any age! Anybody that had a childhood obsession about the old school Atari game will get a kick out of seeing the little guys floating and cooling down their favorite summer drink. Kids who are too young to remember "the good ol' days" will still love these cute and quirky aliens having a galactic battle in their lemonade! Really bring in the old school creativity and fill it with a favorite juice for a quick, homemade, bite-sized popsicle! Currently available at Urban Outfitters, these cool, throwback ice-cube trays are versatile and affordable. They're made of silicone, making them durable and easy to clean, as well as oven-safe! For even more fun and uses, you could easily have a Space Invaders theme party and bake some cookies and sweet treats in this multi-use ice-cube tray!


    Price: $12.00
    Who Found It: idabone was first to add the Ice Invaders Tray to the Hive.
    Tags : atari , drinks , home , kitchen

    And The Winner Of The NESCAFE Dolce Gusto Coffee Machine Is...

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    Lisanne Silverman on Nov 7, 2008 12:18 PM PST
    Well, if this past week's NESCAFE Dolce Gusto contest was any indication, you Hivers might just love your caffeine as much as you love shopping! Fine by me. In order to win the super cool coffee system that I've been ogling ever since it landed in our office, we asked you to tell us why you're the biggest coffee connoisseur. Some of you shared sweet memories associated with your favorite steaming drinks, while others gave interesting interpretations of what coffee meant to them, and one thing's for sure- I'll never look at coffee the same way again. Curious to see who won? Read on to find out!

    Enter To Win A NESCAFE Dolce Gusto Coffee Machine!

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    Lisanne Silverman on Nov 3, 2008 8:22 AM PST
    Trends come and go, and each season, you're sure to see a different handbag style dangling from the arms of fashionable folk everywhere, but one thing remains the same, and that's the ubiquitous coffee cup that seems permanently affixed to their palms. But saving up for the aforementioned handbag is going to take a lot longer if you're stopping at Dunkin' Donuts for your caffeine fix every morning, so we're going to suggest something revolutionary- make your own! If that ancient Mr. Coffee just isn't doing it for you, allow us to introduce you to the new NESCAFE Dolce Gusto. This contemporary single-cup coffee system is not just a coffee maker- it's a coffee machine. Whether your morning fuel consists of a straight black Arabica roast, an espresso, or a cafe mocha, Gusto can accommodate your tastes, and is even equipped to serve up frothy, coffeehouse-quality cappuccinos, lattes, macchiatos, and iced drinks. Sure, that means one more decision to make early in the morning (after "boots or flats," of course), but when convenience looks and tastes this good, it's something we're willing to wrap our heads- and hands- around. Available in sleek red, white, and black, the Gusto is certain to become your favorite accessory for seasons to come, and one lucky Hiver is going to get one for free! Read on for the contest rules!
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